Travel Professionals

Ontario’s Education Standards for Travel Counsellors

Overview of Education Standards

TICO's Education Standards ensures that Ontario's travel professionals understand their obligations under the Travel Act and Regulation; providing their customers with consumer protection and peace of mind when booking their travel services.

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Useful Information on Registration and other Requirements

TICO Registration Information

If you're thinking about starting a new business in Ontario selling travel services, then you should be aware that all travel retailers and travel wholesalers operating in Ontario are required, by law, to be registered with TICO.

Financial Requirements

All Ontario registered travel retailers and travel wholesalers are required to meet certain financial criteria such as maintaining minimum working capital, trust accounting and filing of financial statements.

Disclosure & Invoicing Requirements

Compliance and Enforcement

Charges & Convictions

TICO conducts investigations when it becomes apparent that there may have been a breach of the Travel Industry Act, 2002 or Regulation 26/05. Investigations can result in charges being laid under the statute.